Does anyone find that a type of shoe helps your foot neuropathy?

Posted by lorirenee1 @lorirenee1, Mar 25, 2019

I am on a constant quest for shoes that don't kill my feet due to the neuropathy. I find that Spencos and Wolky shoes seem the best. Are there any other suggestions? Shoes can be just crippling for me. Horrid.

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@cit10jetjockey

No shoes on this planet will stop the tingling and numbness caused by PN. I have tried Orthofeet and New Balance shoes. New Balance works best for me as it has a wide sole for better stability when walking. There is no cure for what we have. We just have to live with it.

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I totally agree no shoes will stop pn but what I said is that I get burning and any type of shoe that let's air in preferably cold air helps keep my feet cool I don't have numbness nor pain I simply thought my comments would be of help to those with similar symptoms as mine james ireland

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There is a relatively new shoe out called Nobull. They are the most comfortable shoe I have worn - and I have worn plenty. They have some unusual designs, but for me they work well.

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@fluter

What do you mean by ridges under the toes? Can you post a photo or give us the brand?

Thanks

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The ridges are at the base of the toe where it connects to the foot.
The ridges aren't very high at all - but they have made a huge difference
to the neuropathy pain in my feet. I put them on as soon as I stand up.
I no longer feel like I'm standing on a pile of broken glass!

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@natelew

I agree with you about there’s no shoes that will take away the symptoms. I prefer HOKA shoes and that’s my preference.

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As I've said before, I find shoes with shearling lining (like Ugg and others) work best. I believe this is because they allow air circulation. The burning starts later, giving me more time relatively pain free
I have even created false Ugg shoes by using their insoles and other tricks.
I'm considering going to a custom shoe maker, but they're hard to find anymore, and very expensive.
It also depends on the weather. Very hot and very cold are the worst

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@jeffrapp

As I've said before, I find shoes with shearling lining (like Ugg and others) work best. I believe this is because they allow air circulation. The burning starts later, giving me more time relatively pain free
I have even created false Ugg shoes by using their insoles and other tricks.
I'm considering going to a custom shoe maker, but they're hard to find anymore, and very expensive.
It also depends on the weather. Very hot and very cold are the worst

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I haven’t experienced the hot as of yet, this cold my feet feel like I have mobile freezers around them.

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I Am Soo Desperate For sum feedback or somebody going thru my same issue. A few years back I went to my doctor complaining that my toes were numb. It was ignored when I go back for routine check up. I complain that my whole foot was numb. Nothing was done. My leg. Started going numb this past year and now it’s up past my knees, my ability to walk my balance has been bad. They actually gave me a walker because the doctor said he couldn’t in good conscience. Let me leave his office without something to walk with I no longer can do the things that I normally do. My balance is really bad and my feet and legs are numb , I was never properly diagnosed or tested for neuropathy. I was just given the diagnosis. I’m very scared that I’m gonna end up in a wheelchair. Will somebody help me in the right direction to get the proper help and proper care because nothing’s being done I’m 48 years old. I was extremely active up until a year ago and now I barely leave the house because my balance is so bad.

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@pghspinupgal

I Am Soo Desperate For sum feedback or somebody going thru my same issue. A few years back I went to my doctor complaining that my toes were numb. It was ignored when I go back for routine check up. I complain that my whole foot was numb. Nothing was done. My leg. Started going numb this past year and now it’s up past my knees, my ability to walk my balance has been bad. They actually gave me a walker because the doctor said he couldn’t in good conscience. Let me leave his office without something to walk with I no longer can do the things that I normally do. My balance is really bad and my feet and legs are numb , I was never properly diagnosed or tested for neuropathy. I was just given the diagnosis. I’m very scared that I’m gonna end up in a wheelchair. Will somebody help me in the right direction to get the proper help and proper care because nothing’s being done I’m 48 years old. I was extremely active up until a year ago and now I barely leave the house because my balance is so bad.

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@mcden

The ridges are at the base of the toe where it connects to the foot.
The ridges aren't very high at all - but they have made a huge difference
to the neuropathy pain in my feet. I put them on as soon as I stand up.
I no longer feel like I'm standing on a pile of broken glass!

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I don’t think I’ve seen ridges in a shoe like that before. Where did you get those sandals? I’d like to try a pair. Maybe the ridges help stretch and separate the toes?

Thanks!

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@jeffrapp

As I've said before, I find shoes with shearling lining (like Ugg and others) work best. I believe this is because they allow air circulation. The burning starts later, giving me more time relatively pain free
I have even created false Ugg shoes by using their insoles and other tricks.
I'm considering going to a custom shoe maker, but they're hard to find anymore, and very expensive.
It also depends on the weather. Very hot and very cold are the worst

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“False Ugg shoes” - I love it!!! Great idea!

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@fluter

I don’t think I’ve seen ridges in a shoe like that before. Where did you get those sandals? I’d like to try a pair. Maybe the ridges help stretch and separate the toes?

Thanks!

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My sister gave me two pairs. She bought them in the States.
I'll ask her where she got them. Maybe I can track down the store and ask them for the manufacturers' name. I went over my sandals with a magnifying glass but couldn't see a brand name. I saw a similar pair here in Toronto but they had no ridges or arch support. I'll do my best finding out where to buy the sandals. I wish I could have been of more help. Best of luck.
P.S. I agree with you - I also think the ridges stretch the toes into a more normal position.

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